Paul Schalo
Barrie,OntarioON
Summary
Proven leader in warehouse and fabrication environments, notably at GOR-DON Metal Products, where I spearheaded projects to enhance efficiency and safety, resulting in significant material waste reduction. Expert in quality control and staff training, I excel in fostering team excellence and achieving stringent deadlines with meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Order Picker
Canplas
Barrie, ON
11.2022 - Current
- Met tight deadlines by efficiently navigating warehouse layout and prioritizing high-priority orders for expedited shipping.
- Health and safety team member.
- Loading & receiving of all incoming and out going products.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily order fulfillment targets, contributing to overall warehouse productivity.
Sheet Metal Fabricator - Lead Hand
J.I.T Sheet Metal
Vaughan, ON
07.2007 - 11.2022
- Cut, bent and shaped metal sheets and components to meet specific project requirements.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to strict safety protocols and properly maintaining equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics and technical documentation to obtain project instructions and completion requirements.
- Prioritized tasks effectively, balancing multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Troubleshot and resolved fabrication issues efficiently, minimizing disruptions to production schedules and maintaining project timelines.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Delivered consistent high-quality workmanship by closely following established guidelines and procedures for sheet metal fabrication projects.
Sheet Metal Foreman
GOR-DON Metal Products
Scarborough, ON
02.1989 - 07.2007
- Ensured timely project completion by closely monitoring progress and adjusting resources as needed.
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems encountered during projects that led to successful outcomes despite challenges faced.
- Reduced material waste by implementing precise measuring methods and optimizing material utilization strategies.
- Maintained high-quality standards in workmanship by regularly reviewing completed work and providing feedback to team members.
- Collaborated with engineers during the design phase to suggest modifications that resulted in cost savings and improved functionality.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Mentored junior staff members on industry best practices, fostering professional growth within the team.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fellows High School
Pembroke, ON06.1986
Skills
- Warehouse Safety
- Order picking and processing
- Shipment Preparation
- Loading and unloading
- Packing Accuracy
- Stock replenishment
- Quality Control
- Mentoring and training
- Forklift driving
- Shipping and receiving
- Attention to Detail
- Staff Training
Timeline
Warehouse Order Picker
Canplas
11.2022 - Current
Sheet Metal Fabricator - Lead Hand
J.I.T Sheet Metal
07.2007 - 11.2022
Sheet Metal Foreman
GOR-DON Metal Products
02.1989 - 07.2007
High School Diploma -
Fellows High School